Case report identifies cerebral toxoplasmosis causing brain abscesses in an HIV patient, highlighting diagnostic challenges and the need for a multidisciplinary team.
Cerebral toxoplasmosis is a rare cause of brain abscesses, but it occurs more commonly in immunocompromised individuals. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can minimize associated neurologic mortality. When a patient presents with vague symptoms, it is important to continue gathering the patient's medical history and perform a thorough workup. This report describes a case of a 51-year-old Haitian woman who presented with seizure-like activity. Brain imaging revealed ring-enhancing lesions, leading to a new diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) as the cause of her immunocompromised state. Her care necessitated an interpreter, as well as a multidisciplinary team of specialists to diagnose, treat, and provide the best care.
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